From the Army Alliance: (Aberdeen, MD)—The Army Alliance, in partnership with the Chesapeake Science and Security Corridor (CSSC), requests community participation in an information session and public forum on proposed job losses at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD. This event will serve as a ‘Community Call to Action’ with 4,300 military and civilian jobs at […]
Joppatowne High’s Wounded Warrior 5K Hosts Fundraiser Supporting Wounded Service Members
From the Joppatowne PTSA and Athletic Boosters: On May 31st Joppatowne High PTSA and Athletic Boosters hosted the 1st annual Wounded Warrior community 5K run/walk event at Joppatowne High School to assist service members who have been injured in the line of duty. Far exceeding expectations for its first year, the student-led event brought in […]
County Executive David Craig Declares Harford as “Purple Heart Community”
Above: Mike Sater, Neollis Kyriazis, Victor Fuentealba, James Hauger, Annie Brock, Chair of the Harford County Commission on Veterans’ Affairs, Mary Chance, Director of Administration. From Harford County Government: (Bel Air, MD) – – Harford County Executive David R. Craig declared Harford County as a Purple Heart Community. Several Purple Heart Veterans along with Annie […]
Four Documented Original Tuskegee Airmen to Speak in Edgewood on Jan. 23
From the Susquehanna Chapter of the Military Officer Association of America: Four Documented Original Tuskegee Airmen – DOTA Major Anderson (aircraft sheet metal worker), DOTA William Fauntroy (pilot), DOTA Edward Talbert (cargo checker), and DOTA Ivan Ware (weapons and vehicle maintenance technician) – will be the guest speakers at a luncheon sponsored by the Susquehanna […]
Rep. Harris on Syria: “At this Point, I Won’t be Supporting Any Authorization to Use Military Force if It is Brought to a Vote in Congress”
From the office of Congressman Andy Harris: Statement from Congressman Harris on opposition to use military force in Syria: “After much consideration, including attending a classified intelligence briefing, I do not believe using military force against Syria is in the national security interest of the United States. At this point, I won’t be supporting any […]
Sen. Mikulski Supports President Obama’s Plan for Limited, Targeted Military Action Against Assad Regime
From the office of U.S. Sen. Barbara Mikulski: U.S. Senator Barbara A. Mikulski (D-Md.) today spoke on the Senate floor to announce her support for President Barack Obama’s plan for limited, targeted military action against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime in response to the August 21, 2013 use of chemical weapons on the Syrian people. […]
Havre de Grace Offers Furloughed Employees a “Furlough Friendly Community”
From the City of Havre de Grace: With the support of the Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) and in partnership with Havre de Grace Chamber of Commerce, and Havre de Grace Main Street, the City of Havre de Grace has developed a “Furlough Friendly Community” campaign. This campaign will have a dedicated distribution through APG personal […]
Sen. Mikulski Advances Fight to Put Funds in Federal Checkbook for Maryland Defense Priorities
From the office of U.S. Sen. Barbara Mikulski: U.S. Senator Barbara A. Mikulski (D-Md.), Chairwoman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced the fiscal year 2014 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs (VA) and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill makes critical investments in Maryland’s defense assets. The bill, which passed the full committee this morning, will now move […]